Description
Zucchini Grilled Cheese is a deliciously innovative take on the classic grilled cheese sandwich that swaps traditional bread for crispy, garlic butter zucchini patties. This low-carb delight is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a quick snack, appealing to both keto followers and veggie fans. With gooey melted cheddar cheese tucked between two savory patties, it’s a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of day. Best of all, this recipe is quick and easy, taking just 20 minutes from prep to plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium heat.
- Squeeze moisture from grated zucchini using a cheesecloth or kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini with egg, Parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and pepper; mix until well blended.
- Heat garlic butter in the skillet. Form half of the mixture into a patty and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; repeat for the second patty.
- Place shredded cheddar on one patty, top with the second patty and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg